Alright, while the cold hasn’t really set in, that doesn’t mean we aren’t looking out at the ever darkening horizon and dreaming of a warm holiday.
And by the time Christmas rolls around, all that running around, wrapping presents and cooking can get too much. Never fear, there are plenty of destinations you can jet off to from Luton for a bit of sun this winter.
Imagine waking up somewhere with mild temperatures, exploring new streets, or simply soaking up the sunshine instead of scraping ice off your car. Even a few days of warmth and brightness can make the festive season feel lighter and more relaxed.
People are drawn not just to the weather, but to the chance to recharge, try new foods, and create memories in a completely different setting. It’s a way to slow down, escape the hustle, and enjoy Christmas on your own terms.
So if the UK weather has got you down, a little sunshine might be exactly what you need to finish the year on a high note.
5. Gran Canaria
Looking to brush up on your Spanish while you’re in search of some vitamin D? Look no further than Gran Canaria. Although it's winter, you'll still be able to lounge around in your beach gear all day, as the island has an average high temperature of 22ºC in December. And with the sea at around 20 degrees, it is warm enough to take a dip in the sea on Christmas. You can be in Gran Canaria in as little as four hours and 20 minutes on a direct flight. Photo: Warren Little
6. Marrakech
With an average of seven hours of sunshine each day and a high of 20 degrees, Marrakech is a world away from the UK in December. You’ll need to pack some jumpers for the evenings as it can get chilly by night. But when a direct flight is only three hours and 40 minutes, it is faster than getting the train to Scotland, and did we mention it is warm? Photo: ABDELHAK SENNA
7. Zakynthos
Zakynthos is pleasant at this time of the year, but as you’d assume for December, there could be sun rain, so don’t expect to be completely dry during the duration of your holiday. But at 16 degrees, the days are mild, and temperatures don’t drop lower than 10 degrees at night. You can get to the Greek island in three hours and 35 minutes via a direct flight from Luton. Photo: LOUISA GOULIAMAKI
8. Malta
December in Malta is not exactly cold, with an average high temperature of 18 degrees, which cools to 11 at night. The water around the islands is also around 18 - so it’ll feel a little chilly when you first get in, but you’ll soon warm up once you’re in the Mediterranean Sea. You can get to the country in as little as three hours and 10 minutes on a direct flight from Luton. Photo: Sean Gallup